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One of the first lines of defense when it comes to preventing contact with energized electrical components and/or electrical power lines are rubber insulating gloves, commonly known as Lineman Gloves. Like all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), lineman gloves must meet the requirements of the current ASTM D120 specifications and NFPA 70E standards. OSHA enforces these
Read moreCompanies with 11 or more employees must to comply with the recordkeeping requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are reminded to complete their annual summary of injuries and illnesses—OSHA Form 300A—by Feb. 1 each year. OSHA Form 300A contains the calendar year covered, the company name and address, the annual average number of
Read moreThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently published Hexavalent Chromium, a booklet outlining industry requirements for hexavalent chromium standards. Workers exposed to this toxic chemical can develop lung cancer and damage to the nose, throat and respiratory system. Inhaling the chemical’s fumes can cause allergic reactions or asthmatic symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness of
Read moreThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a public meeting, “OSHA Listens,” to solicit comments and suggestions from OSHA stakeholders on key issues facing the agency. The meeting is scheduled for Feb. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST in Washington, D.C. “Public involvement in the government’s activities is a
Read moreOSHA has announce the publication of a new e-tool on OSHA’s Web page: “Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution”. The eTool was developed under the direction of the Office of Technical Programs and Coordination Activities (OTPCA) with much time and technical assistance from various directorates including DEP, DSG, and SOL. The eTool can be accessed at
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